Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Pennsylvania for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 192 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Pennsylvania below and join the trail community at these great events!
September 2026
The Boxers' Trail 5K in Strawberry Mansion on September 19, 2026 offers run, walk, and youth options along a trail that passes forests, meadows, creeks, historic mansions and playgrounds. Proceeds support youth programs at Mander Playground.
A community 5K run and walk in Leechburg that follows mixed pavement and trail and crosses the Kiskiminetas River. Proceeds benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
A community running day in Lehighton with two 5K course options plus a 1 mile community walk. Preregistration includes a T shirt and swag while supplies last.
An evening ruck march on September 25, 2026 at Gov. Dick with 8 mile, 4 mile, and junior divisions; weighted rucks are required for prize eligibility and proceeds support The Knights of the Kingdom and Gov. Dick.
Experience the rolling hills and dense forests of Pennsylvania at the Marilla Reservoir. This event features off road courses ending at a historic covered bridge with proceeds supporting local trail maintenance and development.
A 50K and 25K trail event on the McDade Trail in Milford PA, out and back along the Delaware River with three aid stations and a cupless course.
A 3.1 mile run and walk at Stony Fork Campground in Wellsboro, PA over grass, gravel and dirt trails with two creek crossings. Funds support the Chromosome 18 Registry and Research Society and medals are awarded by overall and age categories.
A lap format running or walking event at Sunfish Pond County Park on September 26, 2026, with 1.0 mile laps and a three hour most-loops format. Proceeds benefit the Northern Tier Veterans Group and the event includes a bonfire with hot dogs and s'mor..
A single day endurance walking event through the Schuylkill Center offering 7 to 28 mile loop options and optional weighted ruck challenges.
A 50K trail ultra in Waterville PA with rocky, technical trails, about 7,500 feet of climb and an 11 hour cutoff on September 26, 2026.
Point-to-point ultramarathon on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail finishing in Ohiopyle, featuring a 50 mile option and a 5-person relay with multiple aid stations.
Sundown Rundown Fifth Street Cross Edition is a lap based elimination race in Emmaus, PA on 09/26/2026. Runners repeat roughly 1.6 mile laps with tightening time cuts and self score on a public scoreboard.
Teams of 6 to 13 run a 26 leg relay on a one mile trail loop at The Woodlands in Philadelphia, using custom batons and a torch carrying final 0.2 mile runner.
A community 5K and 1 mile kids run in West Grove PA on September 26 2026 supporting Avon Grove High School cross country with a three-loop grass course and race-day refreshments.
Two mile obstacle run at Alameda Park on September 26, 2026 featuring twenty two obstacles including a mud pit, foam run and car wash. Proceeds support local Butler Area School District programs.
A fall trail event at Rock Hollow Woods on September 26, 2026 featuring a wheel measured 5K and a 1 mile all ages fun run walk with pre-registration required.
Experience the beauty of RB Winter State Park with a half marathon or four mile trail race. Enjoy a community atmosphere with post race food and music while supporting local organizations.
A 10 miles trail race in Holtwood, PA, over rocky, hilly trails with stream crossings and scenic overlooks. Chip timed, with aid stations, a strict 2.5 hour cutoff to mile 7, and one way bus transport to the campground start.
A point to point event near Jim Thorpe featuring a 10k run and a 5k walk. The route follows streets and former railroad trail sections and finishes at Mauch Chunk Lake Park with medical support on site.
October 2026
Chip timed ultra event in Lykens PA with 24 hour, 12 hour and 6 hour formats on a one mile grass loop, aid stations, and trackside camping.